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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1929

Page

2

Fa details. Except. Sunday iby W. Hartman Co ldg Comer Park Ave

Advertisement text appears with contact details and policy notes from the Hartman Company building at Park Avenue and Commercial Street. It lists circulation statements, editor and treasurer roles, rates, payment deadlines, and advertising policies while noting Associated Press affiliation and agency representatives.

Iby H. “Hartman Co Ldg Comer Park Ave Commercial St Ieteveegee Waterloo Towa United Breast International News Ate Associated Fress Phe Assoc Associated “Press Audit Bureau of Circulations Prieca New York Philadelphia Chicago Los Angeles San Stary Brooks & Finley Representatives

Prohibition Ten Years In The United States

The piece discusses ten years of Prohibition, noting deep division between wet and dry camps and debate over enforcement. It cites a suggested nonpartisan commission under President elect Hoover to study the issue, and outlines concerns about crime, corruption, and potential economic impacts. It suggests the commission may uncover money moving to family finances and consider remedies.

United States Herbert Hoover Treasury Department Pocketbook

Centralized Authority Sparks Debate on Executive Power

The piece argues for centralized authority to achieve efficiency in government and business, noting Congress resisted giving the president discretionary construction power and opposed federal land condemnation in national parks. It warns public distrust of officials fuels waste and inefficiency, despite historical fears of overreach.

Congress Coolidge Secretary of the Interior United States

Chains of Freedom and Motoring Slavery Described

A reflection on chains as symbols of servitude from antiquity to modern roads. The piece notes drivers’ dependence on motor vehicles and weather, calling attention to public opinion shaping wear of tires as emblems of restraint in Iowa.

Ctaens Iowa

Chains and tires in winter driving dilemma

The passage discusses whether to use tire chains, noting their wear on tires and pavements and the risk of misfitting. It suggests carpentry fixes like a screwdriver and pilots, warns about chain slack, and laments both the nuisance of chains and the desire to avoid wheel spin. It also parodies congressional record printing on cornstalk paper, implying more farmers would be needed.

Ain Congressional Caugh

No More Eczema Myths by Dr William Brady

Personal Health Service by William Brady M D debunks the notion of eczema as a defined skin disease. He admits past error and outlines the shift toward treating dermatitis as variable. Readers are invited to request his eczema tractate while avoiding costly, misapplied cures.

William Brady, M.D Nat'l Newspaper Bergica Dematis Dr. Brady Wiliam Brady Nama Sour City

Too Full of Fight by Glenn Prank

A long essay argues prosperity dulls the fight in labor and prompts reflection on how wealth changes minds. It cites Clarence Darrow and Woodrow Wilson on fighting spirit, labor, and progress, noting prosperity can both relax and sharpen resolve over time. The piece blends social critique with cautionary observations.

Glenn Prank University of Wisconsin Century Copyright McClure Byndicat Montana Clarence Darrow United States Darrow Wilson Tam Altho Mr. Darrow

Synthetic eye to curb flaming youth in public spaces

A fragmentary satirical jet of snippets notes a proposed synthetic photo electric eye capable of detecting and extinguishing fires caused by youth. It mocks social behavior and references a variety of unrelated items from radio notes to jokes about Hoover and Albania, ending with a flippant line about American beauty standards.

Brain Tests to N. . Evening Post Lead list

A pasted scan shows IQ style math items from Evening Post numbers 350, with tasks like writing large numbers in figures and quick time limits. It references university tests and instructions to compare answers against correct solutions for scoring.

Evening Post, Inc

Afterthoughts by Falls Stin and a Bobbie Ann encounter

A narrator recalls a fleeting meetings with a chubby three year old girl named Bobbie Ann by a terminal in a city, her shy flirtation and vivid imagination about a bachelor’s life. He muses if the girl sensed his longing for companionship and contemplates love and marriage inspired by the child’s innocent presence.

Terra Coletta Bobbie Ann Bobbie ’Ann Bobbie Ann Hobbie Ann Goodby Bobbig Ann Favorita Pavel Betsey Isaac Newton A. Bobbie’ Ann A. Woebegone Elia Hurricane Creek

Inaugural Day in Washington for Zachary Taylor

Washington, Feb. 9. The inaugural parade for Zachary Taylor drew crowds along Pennsylvania Avenue with windows packed and cheers. Taylor, in a plain black suit, rode behind four grey horses to the Capitol, meeting James K. Polk as he entered a carriage amid bands, banners, and a festive crowd.

Zachary Taylor Alexander T. George Associated Press Washington, D. C Beanejivaria Evenue Zachary Taylor United States Louisiana Washington Willard’s Irving’s James K. Polk General Teylor Capitol Senate Snall Sons of ‘Temperance Appolo Hall Duke of Buckingham William Dibblee Broadway New York Pennsylvania Avenue Madame Deyourges Baltimore White House D. W. Mitchel

Portraits and drafts plague Coolidges bid farewell

Washington Daybook notes the Coselidges face a clutter of White House gifts as they plan March departure. portraits, crystal bowls, and paintings spark debate on what to keep and what to leave for the presidential gallery, with Congress funding purchase of official portraits. A separate note on Congress aging draft proposal highlights potential impact on senators and representatives.

Herbert Washington D. C Coselidge White House Executive Mansion The United States Coolidge Pludemer Mng McMaster Senate New York State

Peace path amid war renunciation and naval strength debate

The text argues for renouncing war while pressing cruiser passage, condemns pacifists as fueling suspicion and conflict. It contrasts two fronts with a centrist view supporting treaty ratification and reestablishing America's naval position, seeking balance between peace opportunities and preparedness for future events.

Sioux City Washington Congress United States B!n Mili America

London Nightlife Lures with Polish and Pomp

A vivid, opinionated snapshot of London by night and day. The piece paints Westminster tombs St Pauls groves and Whitehall fashion plus Hyde Parks crowds and Grosvenor Square scenes. It contrasts dreary daytime with glamorous nocturnal glow and wistful longing for refined service personas.

London Ben Royal Tombs Westminster St Paul's Whitehall Monorles Ola Drury Lanesis Hyde Park Grosvenor Square Scotland Yard Savoy London Bridge Thames Bond Street A.B. C Burberry Eee Selfridge's the Times Punch Old Vic Bloomsbury Soho Burlington Arcade Tallulah Bankhead Ike Ike Pullman Porters, Are’ “George Broadway

No Evidence Quashes Freddie Case in G H Q Brief

In a World War I tale by DeWitt Mackenzie Captain Freddie faces court martial for his wife’s war-zone visit. The adjutant, torn between duty and sentiment, finally writes the papers stating no evidence ties Freddie to the offense, case quashed.

Dewitt MacKenzie Copsright Associated Press France Freddie Preddie Hfe Bis Club London His Majesty's Forces Freddle Og Thay Amiens Captain Goodby H. Q Indy Captain Freddie Case

Abe Martin Nobuddy Comment on Play Description

Abe Martin Nobuddy laments inability to describe a play without tiring. Tate Bud comments that someone cannot get out on paying a sticker fine and references an energetic effort or term.

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